2011 wrap up

Just for my own amusement I need to write up my stats for 2011. Not a bad year sewing wise but could've been better had my mojo not disappeared. But no need to discuss that any further.

This is what I made in 2011

Tops - 5
Bags - 5
Coats/jackets/cardigans - 5
Hats - 2
Skirts - 1 (well actually there's another that's not quite finished)
Socks - 1
Miscellaneous - 2

Vogue is the winner this year with 5 patterns used. Who knew? I suspect it's due to my trip. Second is a tie with McCalls, New Look, Simplicity and Nicole Mallalieu all with 3. Then 2 'no patterns' LOL, one Green Pepper and one Debbie Cook.

After last year's 20 tops made, 5 this year is a little bit of a disappointment. But who thought I'd ever make 5 jackets? I hardly ever wear jackets (so I thought) but this includes THE coat, a cardigan for my trip and various cardigan jackets which are very handy.

This year was the first time I've ever travelled overseas for a sewing event. The Sewing Expo in Puyallup was great fun and I spent a bomb. I'd go back in a heartbeat. We also blitzed the fabric stores in Portland, OR and I could easily do that once a year. So I'm saving my pennies. But the pattern and fabric sales are so hard to resist!

So, for next year I'd like to do a bit more planning with my sewing. I really need some pants plus there will be the usual wardrobe pieces for the ASG Convention which will be in Adelaide in September. I need to get my head into the right space and, as Nike say, just do it.

Here's my now-traditional collage of finished items for your edification. :)